What is the cheapest way to get from Biwako Valley to Osaka?

The cheapest way to get from Biwako Valley to Osaka is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Biwako Valley to Osaka?

The fastest way to get from Biwako Valley to Osaka is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct train between Biwako Valley and Osaka?

No, there is no direct train from Biwako Valley to Osaka station. However, there are services departing from Horai and arriving at Shin-Ōsaka Station via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Biwako Valley to Osaka?

The distance between Biwako Valley and Osaka is 74 km. The road distance is 80 km.

How do I travel from Biwako Valley to Osaka without a car?

The best way to get from Biwako Valley to Osaka without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4600.

How long does it take to get from Biwako Valley to Osaka?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Biwako Valley to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Biwako Valley to Osaka train from?

Biwako Valley to Osaka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Horai station.

Where does the Biwako Valley to Osaka train arrive?

Biwako Valley to Osaka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Biwako Valley to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Biwako Valley to Osaka is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Biwako Valley to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9517+ hotels available in Osaka.

Biwako Valley to Osaka - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Biwako Valley to Osaka by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Horai to Kyōtotrain [23032] JR Kosei / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Thunderbird / ...
1h 22m
¥3,560–4,519
Drive 80 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Biwako Valley to Osakacar 80 km
1h 22m
¥1,376–1,988
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Biwako Valley to Osakataxi 80 km
1h 22m
¥35,000–43,000

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Distance: 74.3 km
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Biwako Valley, Japan and Osaka, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Biwako Valley to Shin-Ōsaka Station via Horai and Kyōto in around 1h 22m.

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